An account of the structure, chemistry, biosynthesis, and biological activity of most types of organic compounds, with each chapter devoted to classes of compounds, such as carbohydrates, nucleotides and polynucleotides, fatty acids, terpenoids, phenolics, and alkaloids. Includes numerous b&w diagrams. An excellent complement to a standard text on basic organic chemistry. For senior undergraduates and graduate students of organic and medicinal chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacy, and pharmacology.